Health

NHS Highland’s video consulting service NHS Near Me has been recognised for improving patient safety.

A ward at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness remains closed to new admissions due to patients with diarrhoea and/or vomiting.

A CHARITY is joining forces with a local gym to offer people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) the chance to get active.

A MENTAL health support group which meets in Inverness is launching two new initiatives specifically aimed at helping men.

AN Inverness community project which helps patients living with cancer has been given a £15,000 cash boost from Tesco.

A MAJOR festive fundraiser is set to return to a city hotel for a second year in a row.

PEOPLE in the Highlands are being encouraged to make their organ donation decision known as a national register marks its recent 25th anniversary.

A CHEF has said he will continue to try and improve his physical and mental fitness after appearing on a prime-time TV programme.

A SERVICE for people with disabilities in Inverness has earned a glowing report from the Care Inspectorate.

A DEVOTED dad (47) who was given antacid tablets by his doctor after complaining of acid reflux has now discovered he has cancer.

NHS Highland has been accused of putting management before care after it emerged the health board was demanding £11 million from Highland Council.

A WARD at Raigmore Hospital is expected to remain closed to new admissions for the rest of the week.

ONE of the region’s biggest private employers believes Brexit will not have a long-term “material impact” on the business.

A COUPLE who have shown exceptional bravery in light of personal tragedy donated two cuddle cots to Raigmore Hospital last week.

Pregnant women being cared for in NHS Highland will be able to access their maternity medical notes digitally.

TAKING antibiotics you don't need may mean they won't work for you and your family when you do need them.

Ward 2A at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness has been closed to new admissions due to several patients with symptoms of diarrhoea and/or vomiting.

A doctor has been using singing to calm young patients at Raigmore Hospital.

Highland MSP wants to know what is being done about surgery waiting lists

ANSWERS are being sought by the Highlands and Islands Labour MSP David Stewart following delays to the flu vaccination programme.